If you don’t now how to stretch properly, when to stretch and why to stretch, read stretching for better fitness before you start. 1. Triceps stretch 2. Chest and hamstring stretch sitting on ball 3.Groin and hamstring stretch sitting on ball Keep your back straight when you lean forward. 4. Hamstring stretch sitting on ball […]
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Can exercise help inflammatory arthritis?
From: The Healing power of exercise by Goldberg M.D. and Elliot M.D.: Exercise is part of the treatment for inflammatory arthritis. Rather than being harmful, exercise reduces joint destruction. Importantly, people with rheumatoid arthritis who exercise are able to be more active and have fewer limitations as a result of their joint problem. By exercise, […]
Healthy bones are stressed bones
The health and strength of our bones are tied closely to physical activity. When a bone is stressed, it becomes stronger. It is natures way of reinforcing your bones. To build strong bones and keep them dense, you need to load and stress them with regular exercise.
Office workout – advanced # 2
Before you start read my office workout guidelines. 3 circles of: 1. Reverse grip chin up (biceps, back and forearms) – try maximum repetitions you can do Grab a chin up bar with an underhand, shoulder-width grip, and hang with your elbows slightly bent. Pull your chin above the bar, hold for a second and […]
Office workout – advanced # 1
Before you start read my office workout guidelines. 3 circles of: 1. Chin up (back, biceps, forearms) – try maximum repetitions you can do Place your hands wider than your shoulders. Pull your chin above the bar, hold for a second and lower your body with control. 2. Swiss ball push-up (chest, triceps) – […]
Office workout – intermediate # 2
Before you start read my office workout guidelines. 3 circles of : 1. Squat biceps dumbbell curl (legs – quadriceps, hands – biceps) – 20 repetitions Stand in front of the office chair holding two dumbbells at your side, arms extended, your feet shoulder-width apart. Bent your knees and lower your body as if you […]
Office workout – intermediate # 1
Before you start read my office workout guidelines. 3 circles of: 1. Lawn mover (back, biceps and quadriceps) – 20 repetitions Grab a pair of dumbbells, with your knees bent to almost right angle. Bend slightly over. Keep your back straight and your lower back slightly arched. Pull the weights alternately up until they’re even […]
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